For many first-time buyers, the biggest question isn’t “Which home should we buy?” It’s… “How are we actually going to afford it?” And honestly? That’s a fair question. Between home prices, interest rates, and everyday expenses, buying your first home can feel overwhelming. I hear it all the time. The good news is that homeownership […]

One of my favourite calls to receive starts like this: “Tori… I don’t even know if it’s worth talking. We looked last year, and we couldn’t make the numbers work.” My answer? “Let’s take another look.” Because here’s something most people don’t realize: Just because you couldn’t buy a home a year ago doesn’t mean […]

Navigating Mortgage Rates in an Uncertain Market The Canadian economy is throwing us some curveballs—trade tensions, inflation worries, and whispers of a potential slowdown. And with all that uncertainty, mortgage rates are doing their own little dance. If you’re wondering whether to lock in a fixed rate or roll with a variable one, let’s break […]